Death Notices for the week of
February 8, 2004

AREA

•Beehler, Robert D., January 29, 2004, at the age of 67. He was predeceased by his father, Fred and sister, Peggy. Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Carol; daughter, Linda (Michael) Hughes; son, Robert (Donise); mother, Ruth; two grandchildren, Joshua and Shawn; brothers, Gary, David, Herbie and wives; sisters, Leticia, Frances and husbands; many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service was held February 2 at the Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport. Interment Garland Cemetery in the spring of the year. Those wishing can contribute to the Visiting Nurse Foundation.

BROCKPORT

•Bauch, Margaret (Homuth), January 31, 2004, age 100. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred, to whom she was married for 73 years. She is survived by her nephew, Donald (Jane) Bauch; her niece, Joanne (Glen) Winkler; numerous cousins and many friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. February 20, 2004 at St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin. Inter-ment Lake View Cemetery at the family's conve-nience. Memorial donations can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin, 14464 in her memory.

•Baxter, Evelyn A., On February 3, 2004 at the age of 79. She is predeceased by her husband, Dayton; and son, Kenneth. Survived by son Wayne; daughter, Lynda Payne; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Nicholas Stabolone; several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service was held February 7 at the New Convenant Worship Center, Holley. Interment, Garland Cemetery in the spring. Donations can be made to the Lakeside Foundation, 156 West Avenue, Brockport 14420 in her memory.

•Norsworthy, Charles E. (Chuck), January 30, 2004. He is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years Janice (Jan/Jenny); sons, Brett (Fran), Russell (Bridget); daughter, Laura Carlin; step-son, Matt Nichols; step-daughters, Alecia Nichols, Andrea (Dave) Watkins; seven grandchildren Corey, Sarah, Brett II, Alyssa, Kyle and Jacob; five step grandchildren, Brianna, Ian, Derek, Danielle and DaMara; his mother-in-law, Alice Smith; brother-in-law, Patrick G. Smith; sisters-in-law, Helen F. Way and Mary A. (John) Vreeland; very dear cousins, Dennis (Lynda) Norsworthy and Lorna (Doc) Brundage and a very broken hearted chocolate Labrador (Moe). Chuck worked for many years at the Brockport General Electric/Black and Decker Company and was an auto mechanic and auto part salesman in the local area. He was a 10-year active and life member of the Brockport Fire Department Harrison Hose Company #2 as well as chartered member of the Brockport Fire Exempt Benevolent Association.

A Funeral Service was held February 4 at the St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Brockport. Donations can be made in his memory to the Hospice of Orleans County, Brockport Firemens Exempt Benevolent Association or Lakeside Memorial Hospital.

GREECE

•Fredericks, Sara Ann (The Kenyon Family), February 3, 2004, age 18. She is survived by her parents, Karen Kenyon and Peter (Lisa) Fredericks; her grandmothers, Sally Kenyon and Margaret Fredericks; her brother and sister, Kevin and Jessica Fredericks, her step grandparents, Donald and Lorraine Leege; her aunts and uncles, Donna and David Post, Steve (Donna) and Tom Kenyon, Susan (Joe) Hodes, Tom (Debbie) Fredericks, Kathy (Joe) Nichol; many cousins and friends. She is predeceased by her grandfathers, Richard Fredericks and Dar Kenyon.

A Funeral Mass was said February 6 at Nativity Church, Brockport. Private interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Because of Sara's love for children, her family would like memorials directed to Hillside Children's Center or your favorite children's charity in her memory.

•Henchen, John E., Jr. "Sonny," January 31, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Therese "Tess" Henchen; his children, Michael (Nancy), Mark (Joanne), Donald (Denise) Henchen, Christine (Dennis) Spangenburg and James Henchen; 12 grandchildren; his brother, William (Gloria) Henchen; his sisters, Margaret Johnson and Barbara (Donald) Barrett; many nieces, nephews and friends.

A Funeral Mass was said February 4 at St. Lawrence Church. Interment Parma Corners Cemetery. Donations can be made to a charity of one's choice in his memory.

HAMLIN

•Barrows, Edward A., January 30, 2004 age 58. Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Louise Barrows. Survived by his sister, Valerie (Terry) McGovern; nephews, Michael (Nicole) McGovern, Geoffrey McGovern; great-nephew, Adam; many friends. He was a member of Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #48.

Funeral Services were held February 2 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #48.

HILTON

•Barnes, Ralph K., January 30, 2004, age 78. Survived by his loving wife, Mavis; children, Janice (Gary) Humbert, Eileen (Jerry) Bourey, Sandra (Wayne) Steffen, Ralph (Maureen) Barnes, Scott (Holly) Barnes; sisters, Marion Beck, Jane McKinney; grandchildren, Jim, Nora, Andrew, Kelsey, Rachel, Ciara, Alanna, Adam, Nicholas; many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service was held February 1 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hilton. Donations can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church New Sanctuary Fund in his memory.

•Cypas, Vytautas, February 4, 2004, age 89. Vytautas is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Birute Cypas; son, Algis (Audrone) Cypas; and daughter, Aukse (Anatoli) Staertow; grandson, Arunas Cypas; granddaughter, Andrea (Eric) Henry; step-grandson, Michael (Maryjo) Staertow; sister, Genovaite Saladzius; niece, Nijole Alvardo; and great-niece, Linda Alvardo.

A Funeral Mass was said February 7 at St. George's Lithuanian Church. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to Lithuanian Children's Hope, 2711 W. 71st Street, Chicago, Illinois 60629 or the Unity Health System Foundation, 1555 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626 in his memory.

•Emler, Anne C. (Brundage), February 4, 2004. Predeceased by her son, Robert D. and husband, Robert V. Emler; sister, Marjorie Woodard. Survived by her daughter, Barbara (Floyd) Bockus; son, Kevin (Dale Simmons) Emler; 15 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren, 13 great great grandchildren; brother, Chester (Jeannette) Brundage; sister-in-law, Irene Emler; adopted daughter, Beverly (Tom) Decker; nieces, nephews and many dear and special friends. Anne was a 50 year member of the Women's Life Insurance Company.

A Funeral Service was held February 6 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home. Interment White Haven Memorial Park. Contributions can be made to Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468 in her memory.

•West, Loretta M., February 1, 2004, age 98, widow of Thomas W. West Sr. She is survived by her son, Thomas W. (Susan) West Jr.; her daughter-in-law, Dolores West; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and cousins. Also survived by devoted friend, Richard Freemesser. She was also predeceased by her son, Charles West.

A Funeral Mass was said February 5 at St. Leo Church, Hilton. Spring interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Masses can be offered or contributions can be made to Lakeside-Beikirch Care Center in her memory.

HOLLEY

•Bentley, Winifred M., On December 21, 2003 after a long illness.

A Memorial Service was held January 31, 2004 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Holley. Memorials can be made to St. Paul's Church, Cobblestone Society or Hospice of Orleans or Monroe Counties in her memory.

•Ludington, Ralph Seymour, Age 84, died February 1, 2004. Survived by brother, John (Betty) Ludington; sister, Dorothy Haines; several nieces and nephews.

Private Services and interment were held. Memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association or Holley Community Free Library in his memory.

•Smith, Florence, age 95, died January 28, 2004 at Lakeside Beikirch Care Center. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce R. (the late William) Blank of Holley; grandchildren, Mary Jo Smith of Clarendon, Tracy (Cheryl) Smith of Clarendon, Vickie (Gary) Scroger of Clarendon, Phillip (Jody) Blank of Spencerport, Kenneth (the late Melanie) Blank of Albion, Karen Blank of Rochester, Robert (Karen) Blank of Hilton; 14 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Tracy B. Smith, and a son, Frank (Mary Ann) Smith. She worked at Holley Central School as a cafeteria worker and was a member of the Eastern Star of Albion and Disciples Methodist Church in Holley.

Funeral Services were held February 1 at Disciples Methodist Church, Holley. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery in the spring. Memorials can be made to the Disciples Methodist Church, Holley-Byron Road, Holley or to the Clarendon Fire Department in her memory.

KENDALL

•Henderson, Margaret M. "Peggy," January 27, 2004 at age 94. Predeceased by stepson Glen Henderson. Survived by her devoted children Helen Miller (former husband Herman), Barbara (Donald) Cuthbert, Edward (Judy) Anderson, James (Rose) Anderson; stepdaughter Carol Cottrill, Ohio; 21 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. Special friends, Martha Cain, Mary June Dowd and Pastor Charlie Piscitello. Peg was very active with her church and leaves many good friends. Special love to her grandson, Bill, for sharing his home and making Peg's last years on earth so comfortable.

In Peggy's memory please take a moment to hug your family, share a smile and plant a flower in your garden. At her request there will be no service. Contributions can be made to Worldwide Church of God or Rochester Humane Society in her memory.

NORTH CHILI

•Ess, Marjorie E. (Midge), January 31, 2004. Survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Clayton; children, David (Jeanette) Ess, Sandy (Joel) Mathias, Sally Ess; five grandchildren, Shelly (Don) Beechner, Eric Ess, Sally Jane Mathias, Tracy (Mark) DiOrio, Jill (Jason) Bisping; great-grandson, Donnie Beechner; several nieces and nephews. Midge was a charter member of Chili Fire Department Ladies' Auxiliary, and also a member of the Chili Golden Age Club and the Hubbard Springs Garden Club.

A Memorial Service was held February 7 at the United Methodist Church, North Chili. Donations can be made to United Methodist Church, 2200 Westside Drive, Rochester, NY 14624 in her memory.

OGDEN

•Klotzbach, Claudine I., February 1, 2004, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, Richard; her children, Joyce Gavigan (Roger), Dar Klotzbach (Alicia), Marty Klotzbach (Shari); her grandchildren, Sean, Heidi, Daniel, Christine, Anthony, Nichole, Jeffrey and Lindsay; three great-grandchildren, Cara, Samantha and Kelci; her brother, Reginald Ferguson; her sisters, Judy Hand, Evelyn Seavor, Bernice Edwards and Pauline McCue; many nieces and nephews. Also survived by her loving faithful companion, "Susie."

Funeral Services were held February 4 at Hilton United Methodist Church. Contributions can be made to Hilton United Methodist Church Remembrance Fund in her memory.

SPENCERPORT

•Pelletier, Dennis A., Suddenly on February 2, 2004 at age 54. Beloved husband to Renee, devoted father to Greg (Lisa) Pelletier and Nicole (Brian) Fedele. Loving papa to Mason, Luc and Livia. Dennis worked tirelessly for his community and government, but his greatest love of all was his family. He was predeceased by his parents, Rudolph and Elizabeth Pelletier and his brother Gregory. Also survived by his parents-in-law, Harold and Doris Liebler; his brothers, Lawrence (Crystalea) Pelletier, Gary (Maria) Pelletier; sisters Margaret (George) Povinelli, Janet (James) Corda, Patricia (Thomas) Patterson, Karin (Bruce) Elder; sisters-in-law, Sheree Schmidt and Seija Pelletier; many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass was said February 6 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Contributions can be made to a charity of one's choice in his memory.

•Thousand, Rose A., January 30, 2004. She was pre-deceased by her husband Lewis "Bud" Thousand and her son Tracy. She is survived by her daughters, Rose (William) VanVelson and Kathleen (Robert) Hawkins; her son William Thousand; grandchildren, Michael, Robert and Kelly VanVelson, Robert Thousand; her great granddaughter Morgan VanVelson LaDue; broth-ers Christy Addley and Gerald Addley; sisters Mary (John) Ricotta and Margaret (Edward) Lawson; several nieces and nephews. Rose was a retiree of Rochester Products.

Funeral Services were held February 2 at Walker Brothers Co. Funeral Home, Inc., Spencerport. Interment at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made to GRHC/Hospice, 70 Metro Park, Rochester, NY 14623 in her memory.